Bhakti, The Path of Devotion

At the heart of this retreat lies bhakti—the pure, unshakable love for the Divine. Through ancient mantras, traditional pujas (ritual ceremonies), and daily acts of reverence, you’ll experience a profound deepening of your connection with the Divine Mother.

This is an experiential journey into the power of devotion—not as an abstract concept, but as a tangible force that awakens the heart, dissolves ego, and brings you into direct relationship with the divine. This immersion is your invitation to step into deep & loving relationship with Devi, allowing it crack your heart wide open.

Your Daily Practice

This immersion is a living prayer to Mahadevi, the boundless, primordial force of the Divine Feminine—also known as Narayani. Our daily sadhana (spiritual practice) is designed to cultivate a deep and lasting connection with the Divine, and to awaken the recognition of Devi within you.

Through the sacred rhythm of an integrated morning practice combining meditation, breath, kriya and asana you'll be lovingly delivered into a deep and receptive state each morning unlocking aspects of the Divine within you as we journey. 

Afternoons will consist of long, slow mantra practice. Intoning the primordial sounds of Devi, further awakening Her within your being. Before evening wisdom sessions rich in ancient wisdom to help the mind make sense of all you're experiencing.

This experience will be like no other. An experiential contact with the Divine Mother. An immersion into the source of power, love, wisdom, and awakening that is Devi.

Meet Sri Sakthi Amma

Sri Sakthi Amma, lovingly known as Amma, is a siddha, master & enlightened being. Amma is revered as a living embodiment of the Divine Mother.

As the founder of Sri Narayani Peedam, Amma’s mission spans spiritual upliftment and large-scale humanitarian work, including education, healthcare, and sustainability.

You will have the rare privilege of visiting Amma's personal home, directly receiving her blessings, witnessing her pujas, as well as the opportunity to ask her questions in person. Proximity to a master like this is a rare blessing and not something to be underestimated.

The Golden Temple

The focal point of the Sri narayani Peedam grounds is the renowned Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple, a dazzling architectural masterpiece adorned with over 1,500 kg of pure gold. More than beauty, this temple radiates a frequency of sacred geometry, Vedic energy, and divine precision - truly the abode of Lakshmi. Walking the star-shaped path leading to the inner sanctum is a moving act of devotion and purification—an active prayer in motion that is sought by 1000's of devotees per day. You will have the opportunity to visit this inner sanctum of this sacred site, another rare opportunity.

Deepavali, The Festival of Lights

This immersion builds toward the celebrations of Deepavali, India’s Festival of Lights—a time of inner radiance and spiritual illumination, a celebration of the Mother in her form as Lakshmi.

Over Deepavali, you’ll participate in an unforgettable ritual: the filling, arranging & lighting of 10,008 ghee lamps in the sacred Sri Yantra formation before spending the evening chanting with Amma by the radiance of the chakras light. This luminous crescendo is more than a celebration, it's an opportunity to feel deeply part of the rich Tamil culture & the radiant energies of Devi.

Giving Back

Your participation supports the extraordinary charitable projects led by Amma and Sri Narayani Peedam including education, health care, free food for 1000's each day, environmental regeneration programs and other micro and macro localised funding. 

Our group will also be funding the gift of Gho Dhanam, a special puja ceremony followed by the giving of a cow & calf to an underprivileged rural family as a means to create sustainable income. As westerners this is a wonderful opportunity to give directly back to the source of Yoga-Vedanta and a culture that shares so much with us. 

Seva, Loving Service

Seva, or selfless service, is woven into the fabric of this immersion. During our time at Peedam, you’ll have the opportunity to offer service within the sacred grounds of the temple & surrounds —participating in the living rhythm of ritual life and contributing to something far greater than yourself. Whether through helping the local women filling ghee lamps at the temple, feeding the children breakfast before school or planting trees in support of regeneration, seva becomes a mirror for humility and unity. It shifts the focus from self and opens your heart wide open. This retreat is a reminder that the most profound awakening doesn’t always happen in silence, but it often happens in service. Many participants report seva as a surprising highlight of their stay at Peedam!

Accommodation

Your stay is at the Sri Narayani Holistic Centre, just minutes from the temple grounds. The rooms are simple, clean - each with a western style ensuite. While not luxurious in the Western sense, the setting is modern and peaceful, with views of nature and an energy field charged with the intention of deep rest. 

You’ll be nourished with three Ayurvedic vegetarian meals per day, designed to support your energy, digestion, and spiritual experience. Each meal is sattvic (pure and cleansing), prepared with local ingredients using balancing Ayurvedic principles.

Ayurvedic Treatments

Two Abhyanga treatments (Ayurvedic oil massage) are included in your package. These treatments are intended to support your nervous system and help integrate the energy of the your experience at Peedam. Not as pampering, but as medicine. *Additional Ayurvedic therapies & consults with the Ayurvedic Dr may be available upon request, depending on scheduling and availability.

Pre & Post Support

Your journey will be supported both before and after our time in India.

A few weeks prior to departure we’ll begin with a 90-minute live group call where you’ll receive Devi mantra initiation and have space for practical questions and preparation as you get set to travel.

After the retreat, you’ll be invited to two fortnightly group calls where we'll share in mantra practice and open space for Q&A to support your integration, helping the experience settle deeply into your daily life.

This immersion is not just an overseas adventure. It’s the beginning of a fare deeper connection to Devi, supported with the structure and connection to help it all truly integrate & become part of your daily life back home. 

A Life Changing Opportunity

The Mahadevi Retreat is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to step out of the noise and into the home of the Divine. To walk barefoot on temple grounds, chant ancient mantras in sanctified spaces, and experience the living pulse of the Cosmic Mother. While this is not a retreat for deep relaxation, our schedule will be abundantly full in the best possible way - you’ll leave not only with unforgettable memories of India’s colour, culture, and devotional energy—but with an expanded consciousness, a deepened relationship to Devi, and a heart forever changed. Let this be the moment you say yes to something greater. Yes to beauty. Yes to transformation. Yes to Her.

Mahadevi Immersion Terms & Conditions

1. Agreement

By enrolling in a UMA retreat, you agree to the following Terms & Conditions. These terms are designed to create a clear, respectful, and mutually supportive container for your experience, while protecting the integrity of the retreat and all involved.

2. Payment Terms

• A non-refundable $500 AUD deposit is required at the time of booking to secure your place.
• The remaining balance is to be paid in instalments as follows:
  • 25% of total investment due by July 23
  • 50% due by August 23
  • 75% due by September 23
  • 100% (final balance) due by October 23 (two weeks prior to retreat commencement)

Full payment is required prior to retreat commencement. Failure to complete all payments by the final due date may result in forfeiture of your place and any payments made.

3. Early Bird Pricing

To be eligible for any Early Bird pricing, you must either:

• Pay in full, or
• Pay the $500 AUD deposit

by midnight on May 24, 2026.

4. Cancellations, Transfers & Credits

Due to the intimate nature of this retreat and the commitments made in advance, all payments, including the deposit, are non-refundable under any circumstances.

If you are unable to attend, you may:

• Transfer your place to another participant (subject to UMA approval), or
• Request a credit toward a future UMA offering (valid for 12 months)

It is your responsibility to source a replacement participant. UMA is not responsible for finding a replacement on your behalf.

All transfer or credit requests must be made in writing.

5. Force Majeure / Unforeseen Circumstances

In the unlikely event that the retreat is cancelled, postponed, or significantly altered due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control—including but not limited to natural disasters, acts of God, pandemics, government restrictions, travel disruptions, political unrest, or other global events—UMA reserves the right to make necessary changes to the retreat schedule, location, or delivery.

In such circumstances, we will act in integrity and with the highest intention for all participants. Where possible, you will be offered:

• A transfer to a rescheduled retreat date, or
• A credit toward a future UMA offering

Refunds are not guaranteed in these circumstances, particularly where funds have already been committed to third-party suppliers. However, any recoverable costs may be refunded at UMA’s discretion.

By enrolling, you acknowledge and accept that circumstances beyond our control may arise and agree to this policy.

6. Travel Insurance

Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended and considered essential. This should cover cancellations, travel disruptions, illness, and personal emergencies.

UMA is not responsible for any personal expenses incurred, including but not limited to flights, additional accommodation, or other travel-related costs.

7. Health, Safety & Medical Responsibility

You are responsible for your own health and safety in preparation for and during the retreat.

This includes:

• Researching and obtaining any recommended or required immunisations, medications, or preventative health measures
• Ensuring you are physically and mentally fit to participate

The retreat takes place in rural South India, and conditions may differ from your home environment.

If you fall ill or require medical attention during the retreat, you are solely responsible for any associated costs, including consultations, medication, transport, or treatment. UMA is not liable for any medical expenses incurred.

8. Participant Responsibility

By attending this retreat, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing.

You agree to:

• Participate at your own pace
• Communicate any relevant conditions or concerns
• Respect the space, facilitators, and fellow participants

9. Changes to the Retreat

UMA reserves the right to make reasonable changes to the retreat schedule, facilitators, location, or inclusions where necessary. Any changes will be communicated with transparency and care.

10. Liability Waiver

To the fullest extent permitted by law, UMA is not liable for any injury, loss, damage, delay, or disruption arising from your participation in the retreat.

11. Acceptance of Terms

By completing your booking and submitting payment, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms & Conditions.

This container has been created with deep care, clarity, and respect—for both you and the integrity of this experience.